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Satellite Healthcare is a successful, nonprofit organization that has improved the lives of people living with kidney disease since 1973. We earn our national reputation for excellent patient care each day by offering a complete range of dialysis therapy choices, personalized clinical services, and unparalleled wellness education.

Satellite Healthcare provides expert, personalized kidney care at over 80 centers across the U.S. as well as at acute dialysis locations in California and Texas. Learn more about Satellite Healthcare at www.satellitehealth.com.

The Environmental Services Technician in an Acute setting is responsible for assisting the clinical staff with the day to day tasks associated with bleaching and disinfecting of dialysis machines, receiving supplies and the stocking and rotation of all medical supplies.

The Environmental Services Technician in a non-Acute setting also assists with water treatment documentation, and bicarbonate mixing and disinfection.

Essential FunctionsThe essential functions listed are not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. All employees must work in accordance with Satellite's I-CARE Standards. Employees must abide by all Satellite's standards of patient care, patient's rights and ethical treatment, and adhere to safety and quality programs.

Infection Control o Follows all infection control procedures and understands the associated hazards with failing to follow those procedures o Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) o Follows all clean/dirty procedures in order to eliminate cross-contamination o Demonstrates an understanding of aseptic technique for all required procedures o Disinfects machines, station area, and chairs after each patient treatment o Assist in disinfection of isolation area as requested

Assists with patients as directed o Acknowledges and responds to patients' needs promptly and appropriately o Assist in escorting patients to and from the treatment station o May assist with patient mechanical lifts, but not take the lead

Performs appropriate out-of-center duties as requested by supervisor

Responsible for technical projects as directed by the Clinical Manager or Technical Services

Attends and participates in regular staff/in-services education programs in the center

Maintains professional competence through participation in annual competency reviews

Maintains a neat and clean environment

Participates in CPR as needed

Recommends changes in technical procedures when new knowledge indicates a need for change in cooperation with the Clinical Manager or Technical Services

Ensures the confidentiality of patient and employee information

Responsible for driving the Satellite Healthcare culture through values and customer service standards

Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers

Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication

Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner

In a non-Acute setting, the following operational duties may also be assigned: o Closing duties of the center, if applicable o Rinse bicarb system and loop at the end of the treatment day o Disinfect bicarbonate system and loop weekly o Disposes of garbage and boxes to appropriate receptacles o Prepares daily water treatment logs and gathers supplies for each shift of patients as directed o Disposes of biohazard waste according to policy and procedure and state regulation o Prepares 1% bleach solution, check potency and document o Maintain cleanliness of outside perimeter o Clean lobby restrooms and restock as needed o Sweep and mop water room and storage room as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent

Experience: Six (6) months experience working in an industrial/medical setting

License/Certification: CPR Certification (or within three months of hire)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Contributes to harmonious and constructive working relationships with all staff members to promote a positive and productive atmosphere

Satellite Healthcare – Improving the Lives of Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)In 1973, Norman S. Coplon, M.D. began Satellite Healthcare with the objective of improving the quality of life of his dialysis patients. Dr. Coplon established Satellite Healthcare as a not-for-profit, community benefit organization, which allows us to focus primarily on patients.Four decades later, Satellite H...ealthcare has shaped CKD healthcare in our industry, and continues to elevate the standards of patient care and innovation.Today, we provide a range of expert services to patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Satellite strives to individualize each patient's care to help him or her enjoy their life to the fullest.Satellite Dialysis — We operate 40 high-quality, state-of-the-art, patient-friendly dialysis centers that meet the long-term clinical needs of more than 4,000 CKD patients.Satellite WellBound — With more than 20 centers in place, we focus on personalized training and support for patients performing dialysis at home. In addition, WellBound provides a robust complement of pre-dialysis patient wellness education programs that can help prevent or slow the progression of early stage CKD.At each of our centers, we put our patients first by providing:Compassionate care with a personalized touchWellness education to empower longer, healthier livesBest clinical practices resulting in outcomes that consistently exceed industry performance standards Opportunities for nephrologists to focus on their patients in comfortable, state-of-the-art environmentsIn addition to patient care, our clinical research division works on finding medical breakthroughs for CKD patients by conducting both internal and external research.For more information, contact Info@SatelliteHealth.com.